Episode 161 of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is here. Lots to break down for the guys this week, both from the Kraken perspective and from the hockey world in general. First, they dig in a bit on Seattle's first homestand and what they liked and didn't like from the team, as well as the experience of attending the games. They also share some updates on what's coming from the Kraken for the rest of the week.  They then move on to the story that gripped the whole hockey world this past week, which was the Kyle Beach and Chicago Blackhawks situation. Interestingly, John, Andy, and Darren did not go into the show with the intention of talking about it that much, being that it has been discussed so broadly over the last week. But once they got talking about it, it was hard to stop.  We then get an update of what's happening down on the farm, a Serious Business, Goalie Gear Corner, and Bad Boys. We also hear a Get Off My Lawn from Darren, who is irked that other larger outlets seem to have no issue stealing content.  The show closes with Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW! 

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Episode 161 - Get Off My Lawn, Big Media Outlets

Sound Of Hockey is fresh off of an unforgettable opening night at Climate Pledge Arena, and John, Andy, and Darren have lots of recapping to do. From the game itself and analysis of the state of the Seattle Kraken to the game presentation and fans in Crapweasels jerseys, there's a lot to unpack. The discussion of Saturday night's momentous event takes up a good chunk of the episode, but eventually the guys move on to their segbits, which travel all around the NHL and even take a look at what's happening with some of Seattle's prospects with the AHL's Charlotte Checkers.  This week represents the triumphant return of Sound Of Hockey's Three Stars. You'll also get another round of Pacific Pulse, a Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW! 

Episode 160 - Memoirs from a Historic Home Opener

A LOT has happened in the hockey world since the last Sound Of Hockey Podcast episode, and the guys are back to bring you up to speed. Specifically, the Seattle Kraken have played five road games since the last show, so there’s a ton to discuss from those games. John and Darren also share their experiences from the game in Vegas and John discusses his experience from Nashville. The segbits get a little out of control this week. Pacific Pulse (new segbit) Serious Business Bad Boys You Don’t See That Every Day Weekly One-Timers Tweets of the Week And don’t worry, the guys work in some discussion on the Evander Kane fake vax card. It’s a lively and fun episode this week. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Episode 159 - Planes Go Fast These Days

BIG-TIME GUEST ALERT!  Also, disclaimer... Darren apologizes for forgetting to turn the volume on his mic down when the guys welcome TIM LEIWEKE, CEO OF THE OAK VIEW GROUP, THE ORGANIZATION BUILDING CLIMATE PLEDGE ARENA onto the show! The Seattle Kraken never would have happened if it weren't for Tim, and he's here to share his story. It's a good one, so tune in for this. He will get you SO PUMPED for opening night at Climate Pledge Arena.  Plus, plenty of Kraken hockey talk to get you pumped for the team's first game in Vegas, a general (but focused) NHL season preview, and of course news from around the league.  Segments this week include Serious Business, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW! 

Episode 158 - Featuring Tim Leiweke

Heavy Kraken talk is becoming the norm on the Sound Of Hockey Podcast, and this episode is no different because the guys have plenty to discuss. After the last two "home" preseason games, played in Everett and Kent, John, Andy, and Darren share their thoughts on what they're seeing from the team.  Next, Andy gives a WHL update. Then the guys dig into the Robin Lehner situation that arose this week, as he has gotten himself involved in the Jack Eichel saga in an interesting way.  Finally, the guys roll into segments, which feature You Don't See That Every Day, Serious Business, Weekly One-Timers, and an underwhelming Tweets of the Week.  SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW! 

Episode 157 - Going Hard in the Corners

The Sound Of Hockey guys are riding high for Episode 156, as they're back in BarrDown Studios to record together for the first time since the start of the pandemic. Oh, and the Seattle Kraken are playing real (preseason) hockey.  There's plenty of Kraken talk in this episode, as John, Andy, and Darren relive their experiences from the first-ever preseason game for the franchise, which was played in Spokane this past week. They discuss their own feelings from the day, the hints at what the Kraken Game Ops Department will do, and how the team looked on the ice.  Also in this episode, Andy and Darren chat with Chris Joswiak, the pro rep for Brian's Custom Sports, because who doesn't like a good Brian's setup? Yes, things get a little heavy on the goalie gear in this conversation, but it's a fascinating interview from which the guys think all hockey fans will learn.  Segments on this episode include Weekly One-Timers and Tweets of the Week. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Episode 156 - Preseason Pomp

Ok, so here's the thing about this latest episode of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast... It was recorded after 10PM on the first day of the first-ever Seattle Kraken training camp. Andy and Darren had been plugging away at content pretty much all day long, so by the time they got to record this show, things were bound to go off the rails.  And off the rails they went. The result is multiple moments that should make you audibly giggle, as the guys bring you up to speed on what has been happening at the Kraken Community Iceplex and beyond in the Kraken hockeysphere. Here are some of the topics covered this week:  Yanni Gourde is ahead of schedule for returning to play The team is 100% vaccinated EBUG tryouts Kirill Kaprizov cloak-and-dagger contract signing Jack Eichel losing captaincy Segments this week include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don't See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week. We aren't promising that this will happen every week, but for Slapsh0t11, here are the three tweets referenced: Andy's tweet, John's tweet, Darren's tweet. SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Episode 155 - Sound Of Hockey After Dark

This very special BONUS EPISODE of the Sound Of Hockey Podcast is an instant classic. John, Andy, and Darren agree that Seattle Kraken netminder Joey Daccord is truly one of their favorite guests to ever appear on the show, so they hope you'll feel the same after listening. This episode is dedicated entirely to that interview, which runs longer than most guest segments, as the guys first dig into Joey's viral interview after his first-ever NHL win, then get into his hockey journey, his experiences at Arizona State, and his first impressions of playing for the Seattle Kraken. Darren can't help himself but to ask goalie-to-goalie about Joey's mental processes that he uses to perform consistently, and... of course... his gear.  Here is the link to view Joey's mask, which he discusses in detail during the interview. If you're wondering, the hidden "Sparky" image he discusses appears behind the holes where Daccord's left ear would go. A tentacle is pointing at the small, subtle caricature.  SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW! 

BONUS EPISODE! Outstanding Interview with Joey Daccord

On the latest Sound Of Hockey, John and Andy recap their day at the grand opening of the Kraken Community Iceplex, then John and Darren share their experiences of playing at the arena. Then there's plenty of other Kraken news to cover, including: Ryan Donato signs one-year UFA contract Helmet stickers revealed ROOT Sports has a streaming partner After Kraken news, Andy gives a WHL Update. Then John hits Andy and Darren with a tough but fun Let's Get Quizzical. Other segments on this week's episode include Goalie Gear Corner, You Don't See That Every Day, Weekly One-Timers, and Tweets of the Week.  SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Episode 154 - Training Camp Is Coming and the Iceplex Is Awesome

Sound of Hockey is brought to you by NHLtoSeattle.com. This show is a general hockey podcast - produced for and by hockey fans - which will often feature news and discussion surrounding the sport in Seattle and the rest of the Pacific Northwest (the... Sound... area. Get it?). John Barr, Andy Eide, and Darren Brown are all based in Seattle and are all obsessed with the sport of hockey. John (Sharks fan) is the owner of NHLtoSeattle.com and has been leading the grassroots movement to bring NHL hockey to the Emerald City. Andy (Canucks fan) is the beat writer for the Seattle Thunderbirds of the WHL and aims to be the best hockey writer in Seattle. Darren (Wild fan) has played hockey his whole life and aims to be the best hockey blogger/podcaster in Seattle. Together, these guys will entertain you and keep you informed of all the latest hockey rumblings from Seattle and from all around the hockey world. SUBSCRIBE!

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